Class: Primary 1
Term: 3rd Term
Week: 2
Age: 6 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Date:
Subject: Basic Science and Technology
Curriculum Theme: Basic Science
Topic: Safety rules in swimming
Content: Importance of keeping to safety rules.
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Explain the importance of keeping to safety rules in swimming.
- State some safety rules in swimming
Instructional Materials:
- Visual aids: Prepare posters or flashcards illustrating different safety rules in swimming. Include images and simple captions to make them visually appealing and easy to understand for the students.
- Storybooks: Choose age-appropriate storybooks that emphasize the importance of following safety rules while swimming.
- Videos: Find educational videos or animations that demonstrate safety rules in swimming.
- Props and demonstrations: Utilize props such as a life jacket, swimming goggles, or pool noodles to demonstrate and explain safety rules.
- Worksheets and coloring sheets: Create or find printable worksheets or coloring sheets related to safety rules in swimming.
- Interactive games: Develop simple games or activities that encourage students to apply and practice safety rules in swimming. For example, you can create a matching game where students match safety rules with corresponding images or scenarios.
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES
Content Development: Importance of keeping to safety rules
| Time | Content | Teaching Method | Teacher’s Points/Activities | Pupils’ Activities |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 mins | Introduction | Discussion | Teacher explains the topic and asks pupils if they have been swimming before. | Pupils respond to the questions and share their experiences. |
| 10 mins | Importance of keeping to safety rules | Storytelling | Teacher tells a story about a child who followed safety rules while swimming and the benefits they enjoyed. | Pupils listen attentively to the story. |
| 10 mins | Dangers of disobeying safety rules | Discussion | Teacher explains the potential dangers of not following safety rules while swimming, such as drowning or getting injured. | Pupils actively participate in the discussion, sharing their thoughts and concerns. |
| 10 mins | Examples of safety rules | Visual aids | Teacher shows pictures or illustrations of safety rules in swimming and explains each rule. | Pupils observe the visual aids and ask questions about the rules. |
| 5 mins | Recap and Evaluation | Question and answer | Teacher asks pupils questions about the importance of safety rules and the dangers of disobeying them. | Pupils respond to the questions individually or in groups. |
| 5 mins | Note copying | Individual work | Pupils copy the important note into their notebooks. | Pupils copy the note. |
Note:
Importance of keeping to safety rules
To protect yourselves and others from accidents.
Some safety rules include:
- Always swim with adult supervision.
- Do not dive into shallow water.
- Wear a life jacket if you are not a strong swimmer.
- Stay away from pool drains and filters.
Evaluation Questions:
- Why is it important to keep to safety rules while swimming?
- What are the dangers of disobeying safety rules in swimming?
- Can you give an example of a safety rule in swimming?
Teacher’s Aide:
- Teacher’s Guide: Prepare a detailed teacher’s guide that outlines the lesson plan, objectives, instructional strategies, and suggested discussion points.
- Checklist: Create a checklist of the safety rules in swimming that you will be discussing during the lesson.
- Safety Rules Poster: Design a large poster displaying the key safety rules in swimming. Hang it in the classroom where students can easily see and refer to it throughout the lesson.
- Scenario Cards: Prepare scenario cards that depict different swimming situations, some following safety rules, and others disobeying them.
- Role-Playing Props: Gather props such as swim caps, goggles, life jackets, and beach towels. Use these props during role-playing activities where students can act out different swimming scenarios while incorporating the safety rules.
- Peer Assessment Sheets: Create peer assessment sheets that students can use to evaluate and provide feedback to their classmates during group activities or role-plays. These sheets can include criteria such as adherence to safety rules, clarity of explanations, and teamwork.
Note to Teachers:
Please note that the actual content of the lesson, teaching methods, and pupil activities may vary based on your specific teaching style, curriculum, or available resources. Feel free to customize the lesson note to fit your needs.
